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CLINICAL APPRENTICE
Job Title: CLINICAL APPRENTICE
Job Code: 4638
FLSA: N
Job Level: B1
Revised Date: 07/18/2023
Supervisory Responsibility:
General Description of the Job Class
The incumbents assigned to this classification will be participants in an approved apprentice or trainee program established by DUHS. These programs have been developed in partnership with an institution of higher learning or professional organizations. They will work under the license/registry/certification of a qualified trainer for the clinical area to develop competencies for their specialized area of study.
Reference the Apprenticeship/Trainee program document for specific requirements and expectations for this program.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
Goals and expectations will be clearly defined at the initiation of the program per program guidelines.
Performs all responsibilities in a manner that demonstrates service excellence towards patients, physicians, peers and other departments. Assume responsibility for upholding the policies and procedure of the department and organization.
The specific nature of the apprenticeship will reflect the needs of the sponsoring organization, the learning goals of the student and the needs of the healthcare institution.
Through interactions with their clinical leader, apprentice's will receive mentorship and support to help their success on the engagement.
Program length is typically 12 to 18 months.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
High school diploma or GED equivalent
plus
Pre-requisite coursework (varies based on the apprenticeship program)
Experience
Experience in a hospital or health system preferred.
Required experience may vary based on program guidelines.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Required Licensure, and/or Certification may vary based on program guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
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